Following its redesign for the 2023, the Lexus RX enters the 2024 mannequin yr with a brand new plug-in hybrid grade.

The RX 450h+ is already provided abroad however is barely now reaching dealerships within the U.S., with Lexus on Tuesday asserting a beginning value of $70,080, together with vacation spot.

The RX 450h+ is the second plug-in hybrid for Lexus, following the smaller NX 450h+ which is mechanically related. And it might be dear but it surely comes with all-wheel drive and lots of the RX’s premium options as customary.

It makes use of a 2.5-liter inline-4 for the internal-combustion element of its powertrain, and options an 18.1-kwh lithium-ion battery. Lexus hasn’t supplied full particulars on the powertrain, together with an influence determine, however in different markets the RX 450h+ is nice for a mixed 302 hp. Lexus stated house owners can count on 0-60 mph acceleration in 6.2 seconds and 35 miles of pure electrical vary.

2024 Lexus RX 450h+

Among the many customary options discovered on the RX 450h+ are 21-inch wheels, a head-up show, leather-based trim, heated and cooled seats, a panorama glass roof with roof rails, and ambient lighting. An ordinary 14-inch touchscreen serves because the infotainment hub whereas a 21-speaker Mark Levinson sound system is accessible for audio buffs.

Wi-fi Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are additionally on supply.

Patrons have eight exterior colours to select from and three inside coloration choices. The inside can be dressed with both Ash Bamboo or Black Open Pore accents.

Like each RX, the RX 450h+ additionally options as customary a set of energetic security know-how, which the automaker dubs the Lexus Security System+ 3.0. It contains computerized emergency braking with pedestrian detection, adaptive cruise management, site visitors signal recognition, and energetic lane management. An out there park help system with distant parking helps you to maneuver the car into tough spots from outdoors utilizing an app.